jat1 paak3 zik1 hap6一拍即合
Jyutpingjat1 paak3 zik1 hap6
Yaleyāt paak jīk hahp
Definition
To hit it off immediately, get along famously, or become good partners right from the first meeting.
colloquialpeoplecommunication
How it's used
This idiom describes an instant connection or chemistry between two people, often leading to a partnership or friendship. It implies that the two parties share similar values or goals, making their collaboration effortless from the very start. It is frequently used in professional contexts to describe business partners or in social contexts for new friends.
Examples
The two of them hit it off immediately and decided to work together quickly.
Related words
Common phrases
a partner one hits it off with immediately
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a slow-burning relationship or a situation where people eventually grew to like each other. It specifically emphasizes the speed and spontaneity of the initial connection.
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Grammar guides
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